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SaaS (software-as-a-service) and cloud platforms in India are trademarked under Class 42, which covers providing software online, platform-as-a-service, cloud computing and IT development. If you also offer a downloadable component, Class 9 applies. SaaS products that include a business or marketplace function may additionally need Class 35. Indian B2B SaaS companies almost always file Class 42, often with Class 9.
SaaS is filed under Class 42 in India, which covers software provided as an online service, cloud computing and IT development. If you also distribute downloadable software, add Class 9.
What is the difference between Class 9 and Class 42 for software?
Class 9 is for software as a downloadable product (apps, installed programs). Class 42 is for software delivered as a service over the internet (SaaS, cloud platforms, APIs). Subscription web products belong in Class 42; downloaded products belong in Class 9.
Do SaaS companies need Class 35?
Sometimes. If the SaaS platform also performs business functions like advertising, retail or marketplace operations for users, Class 35 may apply in addition to Class 42. A pure software tool usually only needs Class 42 (and Class 9).
How long does a software trademark take in India?
A software or SaaS trademark in India typically takes 18 to 36 months to register if unopposed, with an examination report usually within 3 to 6 months. Once registered it is valid for 10 years and renewable.
"Saas" is relevant to
12 of 45 trademark classes
in India's WIPO Nice Classification, covering
109 goods & services entries.
Multiple classes apply — the right combination depends on whether your trademark covers products, services, or retail.
Class 9Scientific, research, navigating, surveying, photographic apparatus42 matches
Class 42Scientific and technological services; research and design40 matches
Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; …
Class 35Advertising; business management and administration services8 matches
Advertising; Business management, organization and administration; Office functions
Class 38Telecommunications5 matches
Telecommunications services
Class 20Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; containers not of metal3 matches
Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; Containers, not of metal, for storage or transport; Unworked or semi-worked bone, horn, whalebone …
Class 45Legal services; security services for individuals and property2 matches
Legal services; Security services for the physical protection of tangible property and individuals; Dating services, online social networking …
Class 6Common metals and their alloys; metal building materials2 matches
Common metals and their alloys, ores; Metal materials for building and construction; Transportable buildings of metal; Non-electric cables …
Class 19Building materials (non-metallic); non-metallic rigid pipes2 matches
Materials, not of metal, for building and construction; Rigid pipes, not of metal, for building; Asphalt, pitch, tar …
12 classes109 matching entries forsaas
Class 9Scientific, research, navigating, surveying, photographic apparatus42 matches
Class HeadingScientific, research, navigation, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, audiovisual, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, detecting, testing, inspecting, life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling the distribution or use of electricity; Apparatus and instruments for recording, transmitting, reproducing or processing sound, images or data; Recorded and downloadable multimedia files, computer software, blank digital or analogue recording and storage media; Mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus; Cash registers, calculating devices; Computers and computer peripheral devices; Diving suits, divers' masks, ear plugs for divers, nose clips for divers, gloves for divers, breathing apparatus for underwater swimming; Fire-extinguishing apparatus
090791computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable
090802computer screen saver software, recorded or downloadable
090829computer game software, downloadable
090870downloadable computer software for managing cryptocurrency transactions using blockchain technology
090935downloadable computer software applications for minting non-fungible tokens [NFTs]
090342computer memory devices
090372computers
090373computer programs, recorded
090537computer keyboards
090589computer operating programs, recorded
090590computer peripheral devices
090603interfaces for computers
090604juke boxes for computers
090609magnetic tape units for computers
090612monitors [computer hardware]
090613monitors [computer programs]
090614computer mice
090618printers for use with computers*
090634disk drives for computers
090642notebook computers
090658computer programs, downloadable
090659navigation apparatus for vehicles [on-board computers]
090664wrist rests for use with computers
090707laptop computers
090724tablet computers
090732computer hardware
090747joysticks for use with computers, other than for video games
090751protective films adapted for computer screens
090762covers for tablet computers
090795thin client computers
090806wearable computers
090820computer trackballs
090841downloadable software for generating cryptographic keys for receiving and spending cryptocurrency
090877quantum computers
090891cooling pads for laptop computers
090892internal cooling fans for computers
090894software as a medical device [SaMD], downloadable
090906computer network routers
090934downloadable application software for virtual environments
Class 42Scientific and technological services; research and design40 matches
Class HeadingScientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis, industrial research and industrial design services; Quality control and authentication services; Design and development of computer hardware and software
420301providing online non-downloadable computer software for minting non-fungible tokens [NFTs]
420303hosting software platforms for virtual reality-based work collaboration
420083computer rental
420090computer programming
420141consultancy in the design and development of computer hardware
420175recovery of computer data
420177computer system analysis
420194computer system design
420197duplication of computer programs
420200hosting computer websites
420203conversion of computer programs and data, other than physical conversion
420206computer virus protection services
420215monitoring of computer system operation by remote access
420220software as a service [SaaS]
420221information technology [IT] support services [troubleshooting of software]
420227providing information relating to computer technology and programming via a website
420229providing virtual computer systems through cloud computing
420232computer technology consultancy
420235computer security consultancy
420239monitoring of computer systems to detect breakdowns
420244monitoring of computer systems for detecting unauthorized access or data breach
420247software development in the framework of software publishing
420248platform as a service [PaaS]
420261user authentication services using single sign-on technology for online software applications
420262writing of computer code
420267design of computer-simulated models
420271computer graphic design for video projection mapping
420272digital forensic investigations in the field of computer crimes
420282development of video and computer games
420285computer programming services for data processing
420286software engineering services for data processing
420302computer programming of smart contracts on a blockchain
Class 35Advertising; business management and administration services8 matches
Class HeadingAdvertising; Business management, organization and administration; Office functions
350061computerized file management
350080compilation of information into computer databases
350081systemization of information into computer databases
350084online advertising on a computer network
350086data search in computer files for others
350117updating and maintenance of data in computer databases
350155marketing in the framework of software publishing
350176computerized management of medical records and files
Class 38Telecommunications5 matches
Class HeadingTelecommunications services
380023communications by computer terminals
380024computer aided transmission of messages and images
380037providing telecommunications connections to a global computer network
380040providing user access to global computer networks
380041rental of access time to global computer networks
Class 20Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; containers not of metal3 matches
Class HeadingFurniture, mirrors, picture frames; Containers, not of metal, for storage or transport; Unworked or semi-worked bone, horn, whalebone or mother-of-pearl; Shells; Meerschaum; Yellow amber
200266trolleys for computers [furniture] / carts for computers [furniture]
200278wall-mounted baby changing platforms
200375computer keyboard trays
Class 45Legal services; security services for individuals and property2 matches
Class HeadingLegal services; Security services for the physical protection of tangible property and individuals; Dating services, online social networking services; Funerary services; Babysitting
450212licensing of computer software [legal services]
450236licensing [legal services] in the framework of software publishing
Class 6Common metals and their alloys; metal building materials2 matches
Class HeadingCommon metals and their alloys, ores; Metal materials for building and construction; Transportable buildings of metal; Non-electric cables and wires of common metal; Small items of metal hardware; Metal containers for storage or transport; Safes
060159rocket launching platforms of metal
060226platforms, prefabricated, of metal
Class 19Building materials (non-metallic); non-metallic rigid pipes2 matches
Class HeadingMaterials, not of metal, for building and construction; Rigid pipes, not of metal, for building; Asphalt, pitch, tar and bitumen; Transportable buildings, not of metal; Monuments, not of metal
190108rocket launching platforms, not of metal
190158platforms, prefabricated, not of metal
Class 37Building construction; repair; installation services2 matches
Class HeadingConstruction services; Installation and repair services; Mining extraction, oil and gas drilling
370116installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware
370168information technology consultancy relating to installation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware
Class 13Firearms; ammunition and projectiles; explosives1 match
Class HeadingFirearms; Ammunition and projectiles; Explosives; Fireworks
130057firing platforms
Class 40Treatment of materials; recycling of waste and trash1 match
Class HeadingTreatment of materials; Recycling of waste and trash; Air purification and treatment of water; Printing services; Food and drink preservation
400144rental of printers for use with computers
Class 41Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting activities1 match
Class HeadingEducation; Providing of training; Entertainment; Sporting and cultural activities
410094game services provided online from a computer network
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